Physics students who want practical training can apply for the CERN Short Term Internship in Applied Physics in Geneva, Switzerland. The placement lasts 1 to 6 months, is fully onsite and pays CHF 1,593 per month. Candidates must be nationals of a CERN Member or Associate Member State, and the deadline is 01 November 2027. At Youth Works Hub, we reviewed the listing so the main conditions are easy to compare before you apply.
Quick Facts
🏛️ Host: CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research
📍 Place: Geneva, Switzerland, fully onsite
⚛️ Field: Applied Physics (candidates studying in a physics field)
⏱️ Length: 1 to 6 months
🕘 Hours: 40 per week
🗓️ Ideal start date: to be discussed
💶 Allowance: CHF 1,593 per month
⏰ Closes: 01 November 2027 at 23:59, Geneva time
Learning Physics Through Real Projects
At CERN you step into a place where learning and discovery go hand in hand. You join a team of experts and contribute to real projects that connect science, technology and innovation. Each day is a chance to learn new skills, explore your interests and see how your studies come to life.
CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, pushes the frontiers of science and technology, and its teams include physicists alongside engineering, technical, scientific and administrative professionals.
Your Responsibilities
🛠️ Support experienced professionals in their daily activities.
🔬 Learn and apply new tools or methods relevant to your area of study.
🧪 Contribute to small-scale projects under the guidance of your supervisor.
🌍 Collaborate with people from diverse backgrounds and share ideas in an international environment.
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The Profile CERN Is Looking For
🎓 You are currently studying in a physics field.
📚 You are required or encouraged by your university to complete a practical training period.
🚀 You are eager to develop your skills through on-the-job learning.
🤲 You enjoy teamwork and learning from others in a collaborative setting.
Skills to Bring
📖 Fundamental knowledge in your field of study.
🧭 Curiosity, precision and a proactive attitude towards learning.
🗣️ Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a multicultural team.
Eligibility Rules
🛂 You are a national of a CERN Member State or Associate Member State. Currently, CERN cannot consider applications from Pakistani, Lithuanian, Latvian, Cypriot, Croatian and Turkish nationals, as the ceiling defined under Article II.5 of the Associate Membership Agreement has been reached.
🎒 You are pursuing a post-secondary education degree: a Technical/Administrative diploma, a Bachelor's or a Master's degree.
🇬🇧 You have a good knowledge of English or French.
🏫 You remain enrolled as a full-time student during your studentship.
This placement belongs to CERN's own programme and its nationality rules. It is not an Erasmus+ traineeship and not part of the European Solidarity Corps.
What the Placement Pays
💶 Allowance: a monthly allowance of CHF 1,593.
🏖️ Leave: paid leave applies to contracts of 4 months or more.
Contract Terms
⏳ 1 to 6 months.
🕘 40 weekly working hours.
🏢 Fully onsite, in Geneva.
🗓️ Start date to be discussed.
Application Documents
📄 Your CV in English or French.
📎 Any other document you consider relevant to your application.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Applied Physics internship at CERN paid?
Yes. The monthly allowance is CHF 1,593, and paid leave is available for contracts of 4 months or more.
What do I need to be studying?
The listing asks for students currently studying in a physics field who are required or encouraged by their university to complete practical training. The degree can be a Technical/Administrative diploma, a Bachelor's or a Master's.
Which nationalities can apply?
Nationals of CERN Member States and Associate Member States can apply. Pakistani, Lithuanian, Latvian, Cypriot, Croatian and Turkish nationals cannot currently be considered because the ceiling under Article II.5 of the Associate Membership Agreement has been reached.
Can I work remotely?
No. The job flexibility is listed as fully onsite, with 40 working hours per week in Geneva.
What languages do I need?
A good knowledge of English or French is required, and your CV must be in English or French.
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Deadline
⏳ 01 November 2027
Link
Application: https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/CERN/744000159422712-short-term-internship-2027-applied-physics
CERN Careers: https://careers.cern/
